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Loose trucks or tight trucks? - Whale Talk

NHS Skate Direct2 skaters recommend it · 3 mentions, 2020 to 2026
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Ron Whaley of NHS explains loose versus tight trucks, how each changes turning and stability, and what wheelbite is. Short Whale Talk episode from NHS Fun Factory, 2020.

Why skaters like it

Linked in r/NewSkaters when beginners ask how tight to set trucks or why wheels bite.

“Great video that explains how to adjust them”

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What skaters said on Reddit

u/Icemaul2023 · 2 points

> How do I know when to tighten my trucks and or wheels? You want loose or tight trucks? Loose trucks are good for like carving and cruising or going around things. You are also prone to wheelbite. Tight trucks good for doing tricks since your board stays in place. I say find a medium that works better for you. If you want to tighten the wheels then you probably mean the truck axle nut. Make sure you don't overtighte

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